JWST Astrophysics & Instrumentation Postdoc Fellowship

ORAU

Greenbelt (MD)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

A leading space research institution invites applications for postdoctoral research in astrophysics. The role involves working directly with Project Scientists on the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), analyzing data, and proposing new observations. Applicants must possess a Doctoral Degree in a relevant field. The position is based at the Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Maryland, and is open to U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents, among others.

Qualifications

  • Doctoral degree in relevant field required.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct postdoctoral research in astrophysics or planetary science.
  • Analyze JWST data and propose new observations.
  • Work with JWST Project Scientists.

Education

Doctoral Degree

Job description

A leading space research institution invites applications for postdoctoral research in astrophysics. The role involves working directly with Project Scientists on the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), analyzing data, and proposing new observations. Applicants must possess a Doctoral Degree in a relevant field. The position is based at the Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Maryland, and is open to U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents, among others.
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